Food & Drink
Back in the sixteenth century, Mechelen was the capital of the Burgundian Netherlands. The people of Mechelen are still true ‘Burgundians’ today in that they have lost none of their enjoyment of the good things in life, especially food and drink. So where better than a typical ‘brown café’ or a cool lunch bar to sample a local beer or two! You won’t be disappointed, we promise!
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Foodmarket: De VleeshalleWith the concept "Shop-Taste-Meet" we bring people together in the unique historical framework of “De Vleeshalle”, an old market hall build in 1881.
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Mechelen beersMechelen means Gouden Carolus. The 'Mechelschen Bruynen', the favourite beer of Charles the Fifth, is a barley beer that has been brewed since 1433.
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Schockaert cheese shopThis cheese temple has been in the family for almost a century.
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Mechelen CuckooThe top culinary specialty from Mechelen is Mechelen Coucou, or Mechelse koekoek.
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Sense-ationsDo you want to make your visit even more of an experience? Then consider purchasing a surprising voucher booklet full of Sense-sations.
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Distillery 'De Molenberg'Since 2013, they have been distilling “Gouden Carolus Single Malt” in “De Molenberg” family farm.
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The brewing cultureIn 2016 UNESCO added Belgian beer to its list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
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Het Anker BreweryHet Anker brewery enjoys world fame for its 'Gouden Carolus' beer. Founded in 1471, Het Anker is one of Belgium's oldest breweries.
